Wartburg Castle near Eisenach

The Wartburg is far more than just a castle; it is a witness of German history. It tells the story of the courtly art of the Middle Ages, St Elizabeth lived and worked here and it was here where Martin Luther translated the New Testament. The Reformer’s authentic living and working quarters, where he stayed from May 1521 until March 1522, have been a pilgrimage destination for centuries and may also be classed as the birthplace of the Lutheran Bible and the modern German language. The Fest der deutschen Burschenschaften (German Student Fraternities' Festival) was held at Wartburg Castle and it was also here where Wagner wrote his romantic opera ‘Tannhäuser’. All of this still contributes to the castle’s attraction and charm.

The ‘Jägerzimmer’ (Hunting Room) is the official branch office of Eisenach registry office. It is located on the first floor of the Romantik Hotel ‘Auf der Wartburg’. The ‘Hubertus’ murals were created in the 1920s by the Weimar-based artist Kurt Roquette and give the room its name.

Tip: The traditional 20-minute donkey ride up to the castle is a great treat for kids. The donkey stables operate in the summer months when the weather is fine.

Since 1999, Wartburg Castle has been recognised as ‘an outstanding monument of the feudal period in central Europe’ by UNESCO World Cultural Heritage.

Other UNESCO World Heritage sites in Thuringia can be found at: https://www.visit-thuringia.com/travel-hotel-holiday-tour/unesco-world-heritage-sites-127956.html

3D panoramic images:

Interior courtyard of Wartburg Castle >>click here<<

View from the south tower >>click here<<

Large hall in the palace >>click here<<

Opening times

Tours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

English language tour: 1:30 pm

Castle gates close: 8:00 pm

November – March:

Tours: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

English language tour: 1:30 pm

Castle gates close: 5:00 pm

Last tour on Christmas Eve: 11:00 am
Last tour on New Year's Eve: 2:00 pm

Price:

Adults and seniors: €9.00

Registered groups of 25 or more: €8.00

Disabled: €7.00

Pupils and students: €5.00

Family ticket: €21.00

Exhibition/Museum only:

Adults: €5.00

Disabled: €4.00

Pupils and students: €3.00

It is possible to make reservations for groups of more than 25. Cancellations are free of charge up to 10 days before the date booked. Reductions can only be given on presentation of a valid ID. Children under the age of 6 get in free of charge. Due to our confirmed non-profit status, no VAT is charged on tickets.

Photo/Video permits: €2.00